Technical Inspection

Purpose: The primary purpose of technical inspection in ATVC INDIA competitions is to

uphold safety standards, enforce rule compliance, maintain quality control, provide educational
opportunities, and enhance event efficiency.
To uphold the rigorous safety and technical standards set by ATVC INDIA, this year's
organizing committee has opted to divide and streamline the technical inspection process into
two segments. This decision aims to enhance rule adherence, scrutinize safety measures more
effectively, and foster transparency throughout the entire procedure.
Teams are advised to carefully review the document to ensure they don't overlook any
details, thus preventing any last-minute complications.

➢ The TI Process:
As stated earlier, this year the TI will be conducted in two rounds:

Round 1
At the foremost, the TI will be opened for
all the teams for Round 1.
Teams will have up to a maximum of three
attempts to clear Round 1.
Round 2
Teams that successfully pass the initial stage
of Round 1 will advance to Round 2.
Those teams which have cleared Round 1
and are attempting Round 2, and if any non-
conformities / changes are suggested or
found in Round 2 the team will have to again
clear Round 1, and then only the team can
proceed to Round 2.

It's important to highlight that even if a team successfully clears the first round on their
initial attempt and progresses to the second round, if they encounter technical
discrepancies or safety concerns preventing them from clearing the second round, the
attempt will still be counted. Consequently, the team will have two attempts remaining
and will need to restart from Round 1 in their second attempt. A similar rule is applicable
to 2nd attempt too.

In general, the teams will get a maximum of three attempts to clear the TI process.

Note: If a team has utilized all three attempts during the Technical Inspection (TI)
process without successfully clearing the TI, they will be given a final opportunity. They
will enter a transient zone where they must implement all the required changes within a
specified timeframe. Failure to do so within the allotted time will result in immediate
disqualification without further chances.

TI Clearance stickers/certificates will be issued only after the team clears

both rounds.
➢ It's crucial to emphasize that the team's ATV must not display any stickers
from previous competitions, specific companies, or promotional material,
except for those directly sponsoring the team or the ATVC event. This rule
also extends to static event presentations. If the organizing committee
discovers any violation of this rule, a severe penalty will be imposed on the
team without prior warning.

➢ Team members are strictly prohibited from entering the track area unless
they are wearing the designated red track jackets. Failure to comply with
this rule, including being present without the required track jacket or prior
registration by the team, will result in a penalty of 50 points being levied
against the team. Each team must ensure that a minimum of 5 red track
jackets are worn by their members.

➢ Only the Team Captain is authorized to address concerns during technical

inspections, dynamic and static events, or in case of any disputes that arise
during the event. If the Captain is unavailable, the Team Vice-Captain or
Team Manager, Driver may raise issues instead. The written complaints
must be submitted to the organizers, whose contact details can be obtained
from the registration desk.

1. The utilization of Mushroom Kill Switches is not permitted. Teams are encouraged to
utilize the suggested OEM switches outlined in the ATVC rulebook and are required to
possess the original invoice or bill for validation, along with the part number engraved
on the switch. Kill switches may be inspected by judges without prior notice during any
stage of the competition. If, at any time, the kill switch fails to operate, the team will be
temporarily disqualified from participating until the switch is operational once more.
Reference: https://www.se.com/in/en/product/XB5AT842/red-%C3%B840-emergency-
stop-switching-off-%C3%B822-latching-pushpull-1nc/
2. TI OK sticker does not guarantee the performance of the vehicle in dynamic activities but is
only granted to allow the teams to participate in dynamic activities based on general rules,
guidelines, and safety.
3. Component/s that change/s the performance of the vehicle cannot be used in the vehicle if
it/they is/ are not installed in the vehicle during Technical Inspection. Take written permission
from respective T.I Judges and submit to organizers to change any component in severe
situations (failure of currently installed component).
4. There will be zero tolerance for any compromise on driver safety equipment. All equipment
must meet the specified ratings outlined in the rulebook, including arm restraints. Additionally,
teams are strongly advised to utilize gloves and shoes that are appropriately rated for safety.
5. Teams participating in the electric category must ensure that the accumulator bears the part
number following testing by a certified agency. Additionally, they must provide the original
testing report and invoice from the testing agency, both indicating the part number. It's
important to note that ATVC will not accept any vendor certificates claiming compliance with
these rules.

Brake Test

Purpose: To check if the vehicle can stop during the race course. This is the safety test for the
teams and cannot be compromised with leniency to any team.
Track Length: 30 meters
[Driver Insurance, Driver's License and College ID Card have to be presented to the
judges before taking the attempt]
[The safety suit, seat belt, team file, driver’s essential documents, and willingness of the
driver will be checked before the start of the course.]

1. The team should have to attempt as per their allotted time slot, failing to may lead to DNA
(Did not attempt). The organizers will not take any responsibility during such outgoing.
2. The final decision made by judges will remain unchallenged, the dispute to any decision
made by judges can only be raised to organizers.
3. Only Team Captain or Team Vice-Captain or Team Manager has the right to raise issues.
The written complaint has to be submitted to the organizers, details of whom can be taken from
the registration desk.
4. The vehicle has to complete a straight patch of 30 meters in 8 seconds to qualify for the
brake attempt, failing to lead to a DNF (Did Not Finish).
5. The attempt is counted when the respective evaluator signals (with a whistle on the count of
three) or when the front tires of the vehicle cross the start line and ends when the front tires of
the vehicle cross the finish line.
6. All the four wheels must be locked properly.
7. There will be no play in the tires during the condition of full braking.
8. No leakage in the brake line or brake components can be entertained for the successful
attempt.
9. The brake light should work properly during the attempt, failing to lead to DNF.
10. Braking or Deceleration or brake light lit up before the finish line will lead to DNF.
11. The vehicle should have to stop in a straight line with the maximum deflection of the vehicle
from the path is limited to 30 degrees.
12. There are three attempts of braking. This round holds no scoring but is the qualification
round to further participate in dynamic activities. The team should have to complete the braking
event in any of the three rounds, failing to which, leads to disqualification of the team from any
dynamic activity. Teams can still participate in static events.

Acceleration

Purpose: To check the acceleration of the vehicle. A fixed distance has to be covered by the
vehicles, the vehicle completes the track length in the minimum time wins.
Track Length: 30 meters
[Driver Insurance, Driver's License, and College ID Card have to be presented to the
judges before taking the attempt]
[The safety suit, seat belt, team file, driver’s essential documents, and willingness of the
driver will be checked before the start of the course.]

1. The team should have to attempt as per their allotted time slot, failing to may lead to DNA
(Did not attempt). The organizers will not take any responsibility during such outgoing.
2. The final decision made by judges will remain unchallenged, the dispute to any decision
made by judges can only be raised to organizers.
3. Only Team Captain or Team Vice-Captain or Team Manager has the right to raise issues.
The written complaint has to be submitted to the organizers, details of whom can be taken from
the registration desk.
4. A straight line patch of 30 meters has to be covered.
5. The course and timer start when the evaluator/ judge signals (with the whistle on the count
of three) or when the front tires of the vehicle cross the start line and end when the front tires
of the vehicle cross the finish line.
6. The time will be measured by judges or by the sensors installed in the track, if available.
7. The scoring of this event is relative and is based on these formulae:

𝑇𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝑇𝑟𝑢𝑛
∗ (𝑀𝑎𝑥𝑖𝑚𝑢𝑚 𝑝𝑜𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑠)
𝑇𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝑇𝑚𝑖𝑛
8. During the case of failure in the vehicle between the acceleration course patch, the DNF will
be marked which means zero scoring in the score sheet.
9. The team taking the maximum time will be rewarded zero for the event. The teams who
haven’t attempted the test or failed to complete the track will be rewarded zero as well.

Maneuverability Test

Purpose: To check the ability of the vehicle to go through the toughest of the tracks and to
check the driver's agility. More importantly, noting the vehicle’s response to the driver’s
reaction and vice versa is the agenda of the Manoeuvrability test.
[Driver Insurance, Driver's License, and College ID Card have to be presented to the
judges before taking the attempt]
[The safety suit, seat belt, team file, driver’s essential documents, and willingness of the
driver will be checked before the start of the course.]
No team member is allowed inside the track area without a track jacket. If any team member
is found inside the track area without wearing the track jacket and without the pre-registration
of track members by the team, a penalty of 50 points will be imposed on the team.
1. The team should have to attempt as per their allotted time slot, failing to may lead to DNA
(Did not attempt). The organizers will not take any responsibility during such outgoing.
2. The final decision made by judges will remain unchallenged, the dispute to any decision
made by judges can only be raised to organizers.
3. Only Team Captain or Team Vice-Captain or Team Manager has the right to raise issues.
The written complaint has to be submitted to the organizers, details of whom can be taken from
the registration desk.
4. The penalties of the track will be confirmed to the team once they get to the track area for
the event.
5. The course and timer start when the evaluator/ judge signals (with the whistle on the count
of three) or when the front tires of the vehicle cross the start line and end when the front tires
of the vehicle cross the finish line.
6. The scoring of this event is relative and is based on these formulae:

𝑇𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝑇𝑟𝑢𝑛
∗ (𝑀𝑎𝑥𝑖𝑚𝑢𝑚 𝑝𝑜𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑠)
𝑇𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝑇𝑚𝑖𝑛

7. The vehicle has to complete the track in 7 minutes, failing to which leads to zero scoring
and DNF is the sheet.
8. During the case of failure in the vehicle between the maneuver course patch, the DNF will
be marked which means zero scoring in the score sheet.
9. The team taking the maximum time will be rewarded zero for the event. The teams who
haven’t attempted the test or failed to complete the track will be rewarded zero as well.

Suspension and Traction

Purpose: To check the traction limitation of the vehicle and the ability of the vehicle to
withstand any terrain.
[Driver Insurance, Driver's License, and College ID Card have to be presented to the
judges before taking the attempt]
[The safety suit, seat belt, team file, driver’s essential documents, and willingness of the
driver will be checked before the start of the course.]
1. The team should have to attempt as per their allotted time slot, failing to may lead to DNA
(Did not attempt). The organizers will not take any responsibility during such outgoing.
2. The final decision made by judges will remain unchallenged, the dispute to any decision
made by judges can only be raised to organizers.
3. The penalties of the track will be confirmed to the team once they get to the track area for
the event.
4. The course and timer start when the evaluator/ judge signals (with the whistle on the count
of three) or when the front tires of the vehicle cross the start line and end when the front tires
of the vehicle cross the finish line.
5. The scoring of this event is relative and is based on these formulae:

𝑇𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝑇𝑟𝑢𝑛
∗ (𝑀𝑎𝑥𝑖𝑚𝑢𝑚 𝑝𝑜𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑠)
𝑇𝑚𝑎𝑥 − 𝑇𝑚𝑖𝑛

6. The vehicle has to complete the track in 7 minutes, failing to which leads to zero scoring and
DNF is the sheet.
7. During the case of failure in the vehicle between the S&T course patch, the DNF will be
marked which means zero scoring in the score sheet.
8. The team taking the maximum time will be rewarded zero for the event. The teams who
haven’t attempted the test or failed to complete the track will be rewarded zero as well.

Endurance

The engine has to be killed by the driver to take any assistance from track volunteers or team
members.
The vehicle has to be taken immediately outside the track area for any repair work and can only
re-enter the track when the track volunteers clears the path for them.
The driver can be interchanged only at the driver change area and with proper information to
the judges. Submission or show casing of the essential driving documents to the judges is
mandatory.